On Tuesday, the Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, inaugurated a ferry service linking the state’s capital, Calabar, with Limbe in the Republic of Cameroon.
At the launch event, Gov. Otu, through his Deputy, Peter Odey, committed to leveraging all accessible blue economy resources for the state’s and its residents’ advantage. He highlighted the maritime sector’s potential as a key to economic prosperity..
Operated by Sea Express Transit Limited, a private company, the ferry service not only facilitates travel from Calabar to Limbe but also serves a route connecting Calabar to Oron in Akwa Ibom.
The governor committed to promoting a business-friendly environment and stated that, in partnership with Sea Express Transit Limited and facilitated by the state’s Ministry of Transportation, the state government is dedicated to ensuring a safe and efficient launch of the ferry service in Cross River State.
